Dunn Construction will rebuild streets and add bike/pedestrian infrastructure in Pratt City under a $2.9M competitive bid award. Project improves neighborhood mobility and walkability.
Water and sewer fixes at Cooper Green Park will improve park infrastructure and public facilities for residents and visitors using the park.
Lets residents outside Birmingham city limits have a voice on the Water Works Board. May affect water rates and service decisions for surrounding communities.
City may release subsurface rights (water/sewer/utility easements) along two downtown streets, potentially affecting utility access and future development. Public comment opportunity at March 4 hearing.
Fire Station #6 gets backup power capacity to maintain operations during outages. Marathon Electrical won the competitive bid at $38,480.
City council will decide whether All Stars Convenience Store at 1635 Tin Mill Road can sell beer and wine. Public hearing allows residents to weigh in on the application.
Downtown street resurfacing delayed as $2 million redirected to Intermodal Facility Phase 2 project management. Affects timing of street repairs in downtown corridor.
City commits $30,000 to engineering and surveying design services for 12th Street West project. Sole-source procurement, no competitive bidding.
Public hearing February 11, 2014 will decide whether to close a ~0.48-acre stretch of 13th Street North. Affects property access and future land use in the area.
Budget reallocation moves grant-match funding from Norwood streetscape improvements to highway project work. Norwood project timeline may be affected.
City Council will hear the application from All Stars Barber and Convenience Shop, Inc. to sell beer and wine at their Tin Mill Road store. Public comment on the license is welcome.
City awards sitework and paving project at Cooper Green Park to A.G. Gaston Construction through competitive bid. Improves park infrastructure and accessibility for residents.
Budget amendment shifts capital funds from two projects to pay for urgent storm drain maintenance across the city. Affects stormwater management and flooding prevention in multiple neighborhoods.
Funding for community planning in North Birmingham moves forward while a Norwood streetscape grant match is paused. Both projects aim to improve neighborhood infrastructure and quality of life.
The city releases underground utility rights (943 sq ft total) on downtown streets, clearing the way for private development or utility work without city interference. This removes a legal encumbrance on the affected properties.
City seeks dialogue with Jefferson County legislators about the Water Works Board—a key service provider. Outcome could affect water rates, service reliability, or governance structure for residents.
City will take over long-term maintenance of traffic signals and lighting installed as part of the Ensley Avenue 5 Points West Street reconstruction project, funded by the state.
City seeks dialogue with Jefferson County legislators about the Water Works Board—a key service provider. Outcome could affect water rates, service reliability, or governance structure for residents.
Allows the nonprofit to hold monthly bingo fundraisers at 205 32nd Street South to support AIDS prevention and treatment services in Birmingham.
City Council will hold a public hearing to decide whether to revoke the business license for Family Dollar at 521 Center Street North. This could force closure of the store and remove a retail option from the neighborhood.